AFTERNOON tea at a historic country house, with proceeds going towards the cost of restoring York’s Mansion House? What’s not to like...

A fundraising Ladies Afternoon Tea will be held on Tuesday June 13 in the orangery at Goldsborough Hall, the country house near Knaresborough remodelled in the 18th century by Robert Adam and the York architect John Carr. The event will include afternoon tea, a chance to walk around the beautiful grounds and an informative talk by owner Mark Oglesby. Funds raised will go towards the Mansion House restoration. Tickets, £30 per person from 01904 794433 or 01904 795686, must be booked by Monday.